Overview

Benefits of studying epidemiology

By studying this degree, you will:

develop your expertise in a vital subject
gain the skills you need to take on leading roles in epidemiology and address contemporary population health problems
benefit from a strong focus on research and inter-disciplinary opportunities, helping to position you at the forefront of this exciting and evolving field in an era of data-driven innovation

The Covid-19 pandemic has shone a light on epidemiology and brought increased recognition of the importance of this discipline. The enhanced focus on infectious diseases and global epidemic control has resulted in job creation, professional opportunities and recognition of the key role in this discipline to help resolve some of the global challenges in the future.

Who the degree is aimed at

If you are interested in developing specialist skills in the field of epidemiology, this exciting and challenging programme is for you.

You don't need to have studied epidemiology previously, but you do need to be comfortable with numerical reasoning. You may come from a clinical or non-clinical background. Learn more with Equine Science (Online Learning) from The University of Edinburgh.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Data Visualisation
Epidemiology for Public Health Practice
Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology
Migration and Health
Data Security and Protection in Health and Social Care
Data Types and Structures in Python and R
Implementation Science: Putting Evidence-based Interventions into Practice

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-23 00:00:00

More details

We encourage you to apply at least one month prior to entry so that we have enough time to process your application.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Health Administration Health Sciences View 351 other Masters in Health Sciences in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in veterinary science or a biological science, with subject areas including zoology, animal/equine science or pharmacology/pharmacy.

Tuition Fee

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International

6370 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6370 GBP per year during 72 months.
National

6370 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6370 GBP per year during 72 months.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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